Jessica St. Clair on 'Playing House,' cancer, and leaning on your friends

Update: 2024-09-10

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Breast cancer doesn't exactly scream "funny," but comedian Jessica St. Clair incorporated her real-life diagnosis into season 3 of her hit USA sitcom 'Playing House.' Alongside her best friend and co-creator, Lennon Parham, Jessica drew inspiration from her successful cancer battle to portray the importance of female friendships for moms. Jessica talks to us about her comedy career, her precocious daughter and why having a village matters when you're not feeling your best.

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Jessica St. Clair on 'Playing House,' cancer, and leaning on your friends

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Jessica St. Clair on 'Playing House,' cancer, and leaning on your friends